3. Project description .
The “Safra Veseifa” project is a special project in honor of Lt. Col.
Emmanuel Moreno of blessed memory. It assists the IDF (Israel Defense
Forces) combat units by fixing Torah Scrolls that have been deemed unfit
for use according to Jewish law and returning them to the units and army
bases where they are needed.
4. The project offers a combined contribution to the Israel Defense Forces together with
support for the Institute for Jewish Studies in honor of Lt. Col. Emmanuel Moreno. Lt.
Col. Emmanuel Moreno was a fighter and commander of the elite Sayeret Matkal unit
who fell in combat towards the end of the Second Lebanon War while returning from a
mission in enemy territory. His work in the army was so important that even today his
image has not been de-classified for publication
5. The sponsors of the project will merit
to dedicate a Torah Scroll in their name
to the army unit, at a ceremony in the presence of the IDF
Chief Rabbi, unit commanders, soldiers,
rabbis of the Institute and family members
of the donor.
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7. B. The need
The Israel Defense Forces is a strong
and professional army equipped with
some of the most advanced artillery
and weapons systems for sea, air and
ground combat in the world. What
distinguishes the IDF from other
armies in the world is a Torah Scroll on
each base, a Torah Scroll that
strengthens their fighting spirit and
reminds them about what they are
fighting for.
8. Unfortunately there are many Torah
Scrolls which become unfit for public use
according to Jewish law because of
physical conditions in the field, including
dampness or storage in semi-open
areas. The Institute clarified with the
army the current situation of Torah
Scrolls in combat units. The Institute has
discovered that there are currently more
than 200 Torah Scrolls which are
currently invalid and are waiting to be
made kosher. Each Torah Scroll must be
fixed according to its particular needs, re-
instated to the army unit to which it was
originally dedicated and returned to
service for the soldiers of the base
9. C. The renovation of a Torah Scroll
The process of renovating a Torah Scroll
begins with a thorough check of the entire
Scroll and discovering the specific issue(s)
that must be addressed. This is followed by a
process of meticulous proofreading and
hundreds of hours of editing including a final
computerized scan and check to ensure
accuracy. The process takes between three
months to half a year.
Once the Scroll is once again kosher it
reverts back to “active service”. The next
step is to determine which army base will
receive the Scroll, and to hold a re-dedication
ceremony which is organized by the IDF.
The IDF permits the donor to decide in
whose name he or she wants to re-dedicate
the Scroll.
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16. The Institute for Jewish Studies in Honor of Lt. Col Moreno, of blessed memory
(Derech AMI)
The Institute is based in Jerusalem, situated in the neighborhood of Nof Zion which
overlooks the Southern face of the Temple Mount. There are currently ten post-army
students at the Institute involved in the study of Jewish law and character development
as a way of life.
Derech AMI has taken the initiative to lead a process of returning to the roots of ancient
Israel, the basis upon which modern Israel is built. The deepening of these roots creates
a fertile ground for the building of creative and leadership-oriented individuals, driven by
modesty and integrity in all aspects of social, cultural and economic activity.
The cornerstone in the search for self-identity leading to leadership and independence is
a meeting between modern Israeli creativity and the previous generations. The study of
Jewish precepts, ethics and classic Israeli thought therefore naturally serves as the
foundation to continuing academic and professional studies.
Character development is the basis for building healthy and strong individuals with a
strong spiritual foundation, which gives them the ability to have mastery over the physical
and spiritual worlds.
17. Learning to give
Derech AMI is teaches Israeli Jewish philosophy that
deals with giving in all areas of society and
community, with an emphasis on the relation and
correct balance between personal development and
a contribution towards society and the Jewish people.
Derech AMI leads workshops for personal and social
awareness and is building a spiritual center that will
attract individuals from all walks of life without
prejudice or differentiation between groups
irrespective of religious or ethnic status.
18. The image of Lt. Col. Emmanuel Moreno of blessed memory serves as “a pillar of fire
at the head of the camp”. Emmanuel achieved in his lifetime a rare balance between
a person of faith and a person of action, grounded in his Land with one hand and
touching the Heavens with the other.
He serves as a source of inspiration and personal example in his military activities as
one who dedicated his life and soul to the mission with extreme modesty.
The message of faith and of giving without limits is the message we aspire to
transmit to our students at Derech Ami.
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21. Contact Us -project Manager:Dopelt Uri:
1-417-400-1893 - -
American representive Malki Becker:
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safraveseyfa@gmail.com
www.safraveseyfa.org
